50-49-107. Public health nutritionist -- appointment and duties. The director of the department shall appoint a registered dietitian as a public health nutritionist. The appointment of the public health nutritionist may not be required unless funding for the position is available. The public health nutritionist shall:
     (1) establish a program of public education and technical assistance for programs that provide food assistance;
     (2) provide staff assistance to the council;
     (3) provide technical assistance to the governor's advisory council on aging; and
     (4) provide technical assistance to health care and public health agencies.

     History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 569, L. 1991.